Apply Today

Use the links below to apply today online, or to download an application that you can return via postal mail.

Applying for an online course is the same procedure as applying for an on-campus course.

Graduate students should be sure to check specific program requirements; there may be an additional application for the program you wish to enter.

Eligible freshman applicants who are eligible for the Honors Program will automatically be review by the Honors Program; no extra application is required.

Online Applications for Admission:

Please note any closed programs. If you apply for a program that is closed after the date the program closed is posted, your application fee will not be refunded in any case. You will be required to complete a new application and pay a new fee.

Special Notice to Residents of Maryland: The University of Illinois is not authorized to offer online distance education programs to students in the State of Maryland. As of 12/15/2014, no new Maryland students will be allowed to enroll in online programs.

Downloadable Applications for Admission:

Please download the appropriate application form and mail the completed application to the UIS Office of Admissions. Please note any closed programs. If you apply for a program that is closed after the date the program closed is posted, your application fee will not be refunded in any case. You will be required to complete a new application and pay a new fee.

Special Notice to Residents of Maryland: The University of Illinois is not authorized to offer online distance education programs to students in the State of Maryland. As of 12/15/2014, no new Maryland students will be allowed to enroll in online programs.

Note: These files are in Adobe Reader format. To use them, you must download and install the free Adobe Reader software.

Send official or certified academic records. Photocopies will not be accepted. If original transcripts are not in English, we must also have an English translation. Though not required, a transcript evaluation supplied by ECE, WES, or IES will expedite the admissions evaluation.

Submit applicable personal and academic statements (required for freshman applicants, all other applicants should consult their chosen program of study for requirements).

Submit all applicable test scores.

GRE, GMAT, and TOEFL: institutional code for UIS is 1787

ACT: institutional code for UIS is 1137

CLEP and SAT: institutional code for UIS is 0834

Non-refundable application fee. You will have the chance to submit it online after completing the online application. Alternately, it can also be mailed to the university, payable to University of Illinois Springfield..

Domestic students:
Undergraduate: $50
Graduate: $60

International students:
Undergraduate: $60
Graduate: $75

International Students must also submit a Financial Affidavit form [PDF] and an official bank statement. Bank statements must be in a bank-sealed envelope.

Once everything is received, the UIS admissions staff will review your application and notify you accordingly. Remember that you can check your application status at any time online.